Wildlife and nature attractions in Essex

In or near : Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Childrens zoo, with many animals that the public can interact with baby rabbits, ducklings, guinea pig, alpacas, micro pigs, ect.

In or near : Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Essex Horse & Pony Protection Society, receive calls day after day, reporting cases which require our investigation and/or action by us.

In or near : Benfleet, Essex

Welcome to the web site of the Salvation Army-Hadleigh Farm including The Rare Breeds Centre. Open to the public to help make conservation and learning fun.

In or near : Brentwood, Essex

Hopefield is a animal sanctuary that provides a home for life to neglected and unwanted animals. We currently have over 150 resident animals from horses and goats to rabbits and hedgehogs.

In or near : Basildon, Essex

Meadows, woodland, lake, picnic area, visitor centre, toilets, shop, refreshments, activity leaflets and self guide walks always available. Haven Plotlands 1930's Museum - step back in time. Opening times vary to centre.

In or near : Brightlingsea, Essex

Meander along footpaths exploring the diverse variety of trees, plants and wildlife. Visit the pond area or just sit, relax, listen and observe all around you.

In or near : Maldon, Essex

This 15 acre reserve consists of 1.5 miles of the former Maldon-Woodham Ferrers railway line, most of it on embankment. The northern 250m of the embankment has been isolated by the Maldon southern link road.

In or near : Harlow, Essex

In or near : Manningtree, Essex

Children can play among a menagerie of rescued animals and birds which roam freely in 25 acres of countryside overlooking the Stour Valley.

In or near : Billericay, Essex

Traditionally coppiced ancient woodland steeped in history. Easy access trail. Information/education centre. Guided tours and craft displays. Site of Special Scientific Interest and Scheduled Ancient Monument. Owned by Basildon Council.

In or near : Harlow, Essex

Ancient woodland with a fine variety of birds, mammals and insects. Facilities include two nature trails with hides for observing wildlife and a study centre. School visits welcome by appt.

In or near : Colchester, Essex

Ponyland is home to a select group of special rescued and retired animals. a horse, 5 ponies, a donkey, pygmy goats, kune kune pigs and rare breed chickens, it is open daily and Free.

In or near : Ingatestone, Essex

Remus Horse Sanctuary

In or near : Colchester, Essex

A local nature reserve on the edge of Greenstead and Longbridge with open aspect to farmland.

In or near : Southend-on-Sea, Essex

A Site of Special Scientific Interest, Shoebury's 'Old Ranges' are a fascinating habitat dominated by maritime grassland, itself an incredibly fragile ecosystem.

In or near : Witham, Essex

This 50 acre reserve is just below the crest of the Great Totham Ridge and includes 23 acres of ancient woodland forming part of the Chantry Wood complex. The remaining 27 acres are arable land managed by a tenant farmer.

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

This 5.5 acre reserve consists of the former Stow Maries Halt on the disused Maldon to South Woodham Ferrers railway line, along with an adjoining four-acre meadow acquired later.

In or near : Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

The Naze is located just north of Walton-on-the-Naze, in North East Essex. The beautiful Naze cliffs and national nature reserve provide the perfect opportunity for walking and bird watching.

In or near : Southend-on-Sea, Essex

The Salvation Army Farm.

In or near : Maldon, Essex

One of Essex Wildlife Trust's best reserves. A large (600 acres) tract of ancient grazing marsh that is managed as a traditional coastal farm using the Trust's own rare breed livestock to encourage a superb variety of wildlife.

In or near : Leigh-on-Sea, Essex

An outstanding 634 acre site situated off the Old Leigh coastline with a lagoon at its western tip.